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2027 South Side Sox Prospect Vote
2027 South Side Sox Prospect Vote: Round 3 2027 South Side Sox Prospect Vote: Round 2 2027 South Side Sox Prospect Vote: Round 1
Will Venable named AL Manager of the Year finalist
Will Venable becomes an AL Manager of the Year finalist after steering the Chicago White Sox from a 60‑102 record in 2025 to an 84‑78 finish in 2026 – a 24‑game swing that propelled the youngest AL squad into the playoffs. The team swept the Wild Card series and forced a Game 5 in the ALDS, ranking first in the league in runs (776) and second in home runs (211). Venable joins Kevin Cash and Chad Tracy as the BBWAA’s remaining candidates, with the winner to be announced on Nov. 10.
2027 South Side Sox Top 100 Prospects
2027 South Side Sox Top Prospect No. 99: Caedmon Parker 2027 South Side Sox Top Prospect No. 100: Jarold Rosado
2027 South Side Sox Prospect Vote: Round 3
The South Side Sox launch the 2027 Top Prospect vote, now in Round 3. After a historic first‑overall draft pick, staff overwhelmingly back Roch Cholowsky (75% of 64 votes) and Caleb Bonemer (71%). Four 2026 draft picks join the ballot, with former top‑10 prospects like Braden Montgomery and Noah Schultz exiting due to MLB service. Veteran Tanner McDougal marks his sixth year on the Top 100 list. New entrant Kyle Lodise adds infield depth, while shortstop William Bergolla Jr. showcases a .444/.524/.556 line and 0.6 WAR at AAA Charlotte. Voters have two days per round, aiming to finish the Top 100 by mid‑February.
2027 South Side Sox Top Prospect No. 99: Caedmon Parker
Right‑hander Caedmon Parker, the South Side Sox’s No. 99 prospect, rises after a solid 2026 debut. Drafted in the 15th round of 2025 from TCU, the 6‑4, 190‑lb pitcher overcame Tommy John surgery to post a 5‑4 record, 3.73 ERA, 1.484 WHIP and 105 strikeouts in 91⅔ innings across Low‑A Kannapolis and High‑A Winston‑Salem. He logged a 96 mph fastball, mid‑80s changeup and low‑80s slider, shifting to a bullpen role in July and earning a brief IL stint in September. Heading into 2027, Parker looks set to remain in Winston‑Salem with a shot at Double‑A Birmingham, whether as a reliever or starter.
2027 South Side Sox Prospect Vote: Round 2
The South Side Sox launch Round 2 of the 2027 Top Prospect Vote, kicking off a daily countdown to rank the White Sox's top 100 prospects. After a unanimous staff pick of the No. 1 overall draft pick Roch Cholowsky, fan voting propelled Caleb Bonemer to a decisive 71% (46 of 65 votes), dethroning Cholowsky. The article recaps the vote’s ten‑year history, notes four players losing prospect status to MLB service, and highlights returning ballot names like Christian Oppor and veteran Tanner McDougal. With the poll set to run until mid‑February camp reports, fans are urged to cast their votes now.
2027 South Side Sox Prospect Vote: Round 1
The South Side Sox kick off the 2027 Top Prospect Vote, marking the series' 10th year. Fans will cast daily votes on the Top 100, beginning with Jarold Rosado as the new #100. The opening ballot features 10 contenders, including repeat names like Christian Oppor and newcomer William Bergolla Jr., a 22‑year‑old shortstop with a .444/.524/.556 line in AAA and a perfect fielding percentage. Four former Top‑10 prospects have aged out after MLB service, while four 2026 draft picks join the mix. The poll will run until mid‑February, with rounds ending after a clear leader emerges.
2027 South Side Sox Top Prospect No. 100: Jarold Rosado
Right‑hander Jarold Rosado, the White Sox’s 2026 Top‑100 prospect at No. 100, repeats a roller‑coaster season: after a breakout 2024 in Low‑A/High‑A (2.11 ERA, 68 Ks in 55 ⅓ IP), he was fast‑tracked to Double‑A Birmingham in 2025, struggled (6.61 ERA, 1.898 WHIP) and was demoted back to High‑A. In 2026 he again faltered at Double‑A (8.49 ERA, 2.229 WHIP) before returning to High‑A, where he posted a scoreless 8⅓‑inning stretch in Winston‑Salem’s postseason run. At 24, Rosado’s height (6‑4) and strikeout upside intrigue the Sox, but lingering control issues (high walk rates) remain his biggest hurdle.
Today in White Sox History: November 1
Today in White Sox History highlights five key moments on Nov. 1. In 2011, Mark Buehrle earned his third straight Gold Glove—his last with Chicago before signing with Miami. In 1950, franchise legend Luke Appling retired after a 20‑year career, still holding the team’s all‑time WAR record (77.6). The 1946 story recounts future owner Bill Veeck’s right‑foot amputation and his quirky pirate‑peg leg invention. The club appointed future pitching guru Dave Duncan as pitching coach in 1982, a partnership that later flourished with Tony La Russa. Lastly, 2016 saw U.S. Cellular Field renamed Guaranteed Rate Field, sparking fan and rival team ridicule. These snapshots blend player accolades, management milestones, and off‑field drama that define White Sox lore.
Today in White Sox History: October 31
October 31 marks several key moments in White Sox history. In 2024 the club bought out Yoán Moncada’s $25 million 2025 contract for $5 million, ending a costly tenure that yielded 14.5 WAR over $71 million. The day also recalls 1937 when Ed Arthur Walsh, son of Hall‑Famer Ed Walsh, died at 32 after a brief MLB career (11‑28, 5.57 ERA). In 1972 Wilbur Wood narrowly missed the AL Cy Young to Gaylord Perry despite a superior 87‑67 record for Chicago. The 2005 World Series run is noted for Scott Podsednik’s cover‑page home run, while 2011 saw Tony La Russa’s retirement. Finally, 2024 saw the hiring of manager Will Venable, who helped the Rangers win the 2023 World Series and has turned around a club that lost 121 games in 2024.
The White Sox Halloween starter kit
Looking for a Halloween costume? South Side Sox offers five fan‑friendly ideas, from a Pope‑hat “Holy Sox” look and a Rate Field vendor tray of peanuts to a 2005 championship throwback, a full‑on superfan outfit, and the “Wizard of Sox” with a Mike Vasil giveaway wand. Each suggestion lists the needed gear—usually just a Sox jersey, cap, or accessories from a party store—so you can celebrate the White Sox while trick‑or‑treating.
White Sox turn to Milwaukee’s Matt Roffe to lead amateur scouting
The Chicago White Sox are poised to hire Milwaukee Brewers assistant director of domestic scouting Matt Roffe to run their domestic draft operations, filling the vacancy left by Mike Shirley’s September resignation. Roffe, a key figure in the Brewers’ talent‑identification engine that helped the 2023 World Series champions thrive on a modest payroll, brings five years of scouting experience plus stints with the Diamondbacks, Padres and MLB research departments. His blend of analytics, technology and player evaluation is expected to inject fresh ideas into Chicago’s scouting department.
The White Sox Halloween starter kit
South Side Sox offers five Halloween costume ideas for fans, from a Pope‑hat “Holy Sox” look to a Rate Field vendor with peanuts, a 2005 championship tribute, an all‑out superfan outfit, and a "Wizard of Sox" with a Mike Vasil giveaway wand. Each suggestion lists needed gear—typically a Sox jersey, cap, and simple accessories—so readers can quickly create a themed costume using existing fan apparel and a few party‑store items.
The White Sox have already made their most important non-tender of the offseason
The White Sox have officially non-tendered play‑by‑play announcer John Schriffen, ending a tenure fans widely criticized. With the vacancy open, the blog weighs candidates: former Bulls announcer Adam Amin, internal sideline reporter Connor McKnight, and former Sox manager Ozzie Guillén paired with analyst A.J. Pierzynski. While Amin brings national experience, scheduling could be an issue; McKnight is cheap and knowledgeable but less entertaining; Guillén offers baseball insight and charisma but may need a “whisperer” for clarity. The author dismisses moving color analysts Dan Plesac or Gordon Beckham to the booth and stresses the need for a balance of entertainment and expertise.
South Side replay: Chase Meidroth puts on a defensive clinic
In this off‑season recap, South Side Sox writer highlights catcher Chase Meidroth's defensive brilliance across five standout plays from April to August 2026. From a diving stop and throw that turned Nick Kurtz’s grounder into an out on April 17 against the Athletics, to a clutch ninth‑inning catch sealing a 2‑1 win over the Braves on June 10, Meidroth showcases why a Gold Glove is in reach. The piece also notes his hard‑nosed throws against the Angels, Royals and Guardians, proving he never eases up—even with a 22‑1 lead.
Arizona Fall League Update: October 20-26, 2026
The Chicago White Sox sent eight prospects to the Arizona Fall League’s Glendale Desert Dogs, highlighted by No. 2 overall pick Caleb Bonemer, who finished the stint with a .286/.364/.633 line, .996 OPS, three homers and a league‑leading nine extra‑base hits over 13 games. Colby Shelton added power with two AFL homers and a four‑RBI game, while Grant Magill contributed solid play behind the plate. Pitching showed depth as Nick Altermatt, Jonathan Clark and Mathias LaCombe each tossed hitless, scoreless frames, and Garrett Wright kept a spotless 0.00 ERA. Injuries sidelined Pierce George (elbow fracture) and Anthony DePino (shoulder surgery), but both are expected back for 2027 spring training. The Dogs posted a 5‑4 win over Scottsdale and a 10‑0 rout of Mesa before falling 13‑12 in a slugfest on Oct. 26.
South Side, Stand Down
The White Sox announced that play‑by‑play broadcaster John Schriffen will not have his contract renewed for 2027, ending a turbulent three‑year stint that began in March 2024. The blog criticizes Schriffen’s on‑air performance, citing awkward moments, missed calls and a memorable “South Side! Stand down!” outburst during spring training. The decision follows a chaotic broadcast era that also saw veteran Jason Benetti leave for the Detroit Tigers and a series of losing seasons for Chicago. The author argues Schriffen’s tenure was the lowest point in White Sox broadcasting history, prompting speculation about who will replace him.
End of an era: White Sox bid adieu to John Schriffen
The White Sox announce the departure of broadcaster John Schriffen, who will not have his contract option exercised after a lackluster 2024 season marked by vocal slip‑ups, limited baseball knowledge, and even a stint calling a UFC bout instead of the team's first playoff‑clinching game in five years. The article critiques his performance, compares him unfavorably to predecessor Jason Benetti, and notes that the radio team of Len Kasper and Darrin Jackson remains unchanged.
Beyond the home run: The art of timely hitting
In the World Series opener, the Tampa Bay Rays went 0‑for‑6 with runners in scoring position (RISP) and lost 3‑2 to the Milwaukee Brewers, exposing a rare clutch weakness for a team that led MLB with a .283 RISP average this season. The article contrasts that lapse with the Chicago White Sox’s own RISP struggles—.243 average and a 29.2% strikeout rate—highlighting how the Brewers used timely hits and aggressive baserunning to secure the win. It argues the White Sox must balance power with consistent contact, citing potential free‑agent options like Luis Arráez, while noting that even elite RISP hitters can falter under pressure.
Same ambition, different formula for White Sox, World Series teams
The Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays have secured the 2026 World Series by building deep, low‑budget rosters, prompting the Chicago White Sox to ask what it would take to join them. Chicago led the AL with 776 runs and 211 homers, but posted the lowest batting average (.236) and on‑base percentage (.320) among the three clubs, and struck out a league‑high 1,494 times, a weakness that surfaced in their ALDS loss. In contrast, Milwaukee (.258/.341) and Tampa Bay (.259/.326) emphasized contact and on‑base skills, while their pitching staff posted markedly better ERAs (3.51 and 3.72 vs. Chicago’s 4.12). General manager Chris Getz now faces the task of pinpointing the upgrades that could turn the White Sox’s power into October success.
No. 1, not just in our hearts: Will Venable and Chase Meidroth earn Sporting News honors
Will Venable steers the Chicago White Sox to a surprise postseason, earning Sporting News AL Manager of the Year after guiding the club from back‑to‑back 100‑loss seasons to an 84‑win, 96‑day AL Central lead. Rookie second baseman Chase Meidroth, a .276/.350/.415 slasher with a 4.5 WAR, is named to the Sporting News AL All‑Star team and is a Gold Glove finalist, becoming the first Sox infielder honored since José Abreu in 2020. Both accolades underscore the Sox’s unexpected 2026 resurgence as they eye the World Series.
Swinging for the fences, missing the moment
Chicago White Sox shortstop Colson Montgomery set a new MLB record with 227 strikeouts in 2026, eclipsing Mark Reynolds' 223‑strikeout mark. Despite the high K total, Montgomery still belted 31 homers and drove in 87 runs, highlighting baseball’s shift toward power over contact. The Sox’s aggressive offense helped them reach the postseason, but they struck out 75 times in the ALDS— a series record— and lost to Cleveland. Coach Derek Shomon stresses that strikeouts matter only when they stem from poor pitch selection, not from the power‑first approach that defines the modern game.
Meet the Players: Mike Malcom-Bjorklund
Mike Malcom‑Bjorklund, a lifelong Chicago White Sox devotee, shares his quirky path from a North Side Cubs kid to a die‑hard South Sider. He recounts early memories of Wrigley Field, the 1983 “Winning Ugly” Sox, riding the Archer Avenue bus to Comiskey Park, and witnessing Bo Jackson’s 1993 AL West clincher home run. After a 16‑year journalism career, he now teaches journalism in Omaha and advises high school reporters. Mike joins the South Side Sox team this season, favoring feature writing and dreaming of a media‑relations role. Highlights include his favorite White Sox moments – the 2025 World Series win, the 1993 division clincher, and the 2008 blackout game – and his reverence for legends like Frank Thomas and Mark Buehrle.
Finding his way: Caleb Bonemer adds another route to Chicago
White Sox prospect Caleb Bonemer is adding outfield experience to fast‑track his MLB debut. After a 37‑HR, .251/.380/.550 season split between High‑A Winston‑Salem and Double‑A Birmingham, he posted a .930 OPS and drew 84 walks in 595 PA. In the Arizona Fall League he continued to hit well (.282/.349/.590, 2 HR, 9 RBI) while logging defensive reps, primarily in center field, where he handled 28 chances without an error for Birmingham. The Sox see his positional versatility as a shortcut to Chicago’s crowded infield, though his 27% strikeout rate remains a concern. Watching his route work and contact skills will determine if the outfield becomes his ticket to the big league club.
Today in White Sox History: October 21
On Oct. 21, 2026 South Side Sox revisits three White Sox milestones. Fifty years ago the club traded veteran catcher Phil Roof to the expansion Toronto Blue Jays—the franchise’s first ever deal. The post also notes the 1915 birth of outfielder Finners Quinlan and 1911 birth of shortstop Roy Corhan, both of whom later played a single MLB season with the St. Louis Cardinals. Finally, it highlights the 1959 birth of Dominican pitcher George Bell, whose negative WAR with Chicago made his trade for Sammy Sosa and Ken Patterson one of the franchise’s worst. These historic moments span from the early 1900s to modern-era trades, showcasing the Sox’s quirky timeline.
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